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Can AI judges fix Nigeria’s justice system? Binance founder CZ proposes an “AI Judge Companion” to speed up court cases. Experts say it could help—but only with transparency, human oversight, and local reforms.Can ‘AI Judges’ Fix Nigeria’s Justice System?
Facebook hosted a VIP Lounge at Lagos Fashion Week 2025, celebrating creativity, culture, and community. The event showcased how Nigerian creators use Facebook tools like Reels, Groups, and Marketplace to connect and grow.Facebook Hosts VIP Hub for Creators at Lagos Fashion Week 2025
Globacom (Glo) confirms network outage across FCT, Kano, Kaduna, Jos, and Bauchi due to multiple fibre cuts. NCC reports over 19,000 fibre cuts in 2025, threatening Nigeria’s digital economy.Fibre Cut: Glo Confirms Network Outage in FCT, Kano, Jos, Kaduna, and Bauchi
OpenAI and AWS announce a $38 billion partnership to power next-gen AI with NVIDIA GPU infrastructure. The deal scales ChatGPT and future AI workloads using AWS’s secure, high-performance compute clusters.OpenAI and AWS Announce $38 Billion Strategic Partnership to Power Next-Gen AI with NVIDIA GPU Infrastructure
MTN Nigeria and Ericsson deploy the energy-efficient AIR 3284 triple-band radio to enhance 4G capacity and prepare for 5G rollout. The new system boosts speed, cuts power use, and optimizes network performance in real time.MTN Nigeria and Ericsson Deploy Energy-Efficient Triple-Band Radio to Support 5G Evolution
Can AI judges fix Nigeria’s justice system? Binance founder CZ proposes an “AI Judge Companion” to speed up court cases. Experts say it could help—but only with transparency, human oversight, and local reforms.Can ‘AI Judges’ Fix Nigeria’s Justice System?
Facebook hosted a VIP Lounge at Lagos Fashion Week 2025, celebrating creativity, culture, and community. The event showcased how Nigerian creators use Facebook tools like Reels, Groups, and Marketplace to connect and grow.Facebook Hosts VIP Hub for Creators at Lagos Fashion Week 2025
Globacom (Glo) confirms network outage across FCT, Kano, Kaduna, Jos, and Bauchi due to multiple fibre cuts. NCC reports over 19,000 fibre cuts in 2025, threatening Nigeria’s digital economy.Fibre Cut: Glo Confirms Network Outage in FCT, Kano, Jos, Kaduna, and Bauchi
OpenAI and AWS announce a $38 billion partnership to power next-gen AI with NVIDIA GPU infrastructure. The deal scales ChatGPT and future AI workloads using AWS’s secure, high-performance compute clusters.OpenAI and AWS Announce $38 Billion Strategic Partnership to Power Next-Gen AI with NVIDIA GPU Infrastructure
MTN Nigeria and Ericsson deploy the energy-efficient AIR 3284 triple-band radio to enhance 4G capacity and prepare for 5G rollout. The new system boosts speed, cuts power use, and optimizes network performance in real time.MTN Nigeria and Ericsson Deploy Energy-Efficient Triple-Band Radio to Support 5G Evolution

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British AI firm Nscale signs a major deal with Microsoft to deploy 200,000 Nvidia AI chips across data centers in Europe and the U.S., potentially worth $14 billion, in collaboration with Dell Technologies.

Microsoft Strengthens South Africa Leadership with Appointment of Vukani Mngxati as CEO

Microsoft has appointed Vukani Mngxati as CEO of Microsoft South Africa, effective October 1, 2025. His leadership will drive cloud adoption, AI innovation, skills development,…

By: Wura ObadareMicrosoft has officially announced the appointment of Vukani Mngxati as Chief Executive Officer of Microsoft South Africa, effective 1 October 2025. The move reflects the tech giant’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its presence in South Africa, where it has invested for over three decades. Mngxati’s leadership will play a critical role in advancing AI adoption, cloud infrastructure, and digital transformation initiatives, supporting both public and private sector organizations.

Looking Ahead The UAE banking sector is not only protecting its customers but also setting global benchmarks in digital banking security. With AI, big data, behavioral biometrics, and proactive collaboration, the country’s banks are paving the way for a more secure and seamless digital future in finance.

UAE Banks Lead Global Shift in Digital Banking Security with AI and Big Data

UAE banks are setting new global benchmarks in digital banking security, leveraging AI, big data, and advanced analytics to fight fraud, enhance customer experience, and…

By: Author Africa

The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria has suspended social media updates on X due to a U.S. government shutdown. Consular services remain operational, though delays may occur.

U.S. Embassy in Nigeria Suspends Social Media Updates Amid Government Shutdown

The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria has suspended social media updates on X due to a U.S. government shutdown. Consular services remain operational, though delays may…

By: Cynthia Okafor

Zenith Bank and GTCO topped Nigerian banks’ IT spending with a combined N126.8 billion in H1 2025 as lenders ramp up digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and fintech competitiveness.

Zenith, GTCO Lead Nigerian Banks’ N126.8 Billion IT Spending in H1 2025

Zenith Bank and GTCO topped Nigerian banks’ IT spending with a combined N126.8 billion in H1 2025 as lenders ramp up digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and…

By: Ovie George

Discover the itel SUPER 26 Ultra, a smartphone built for durability, photography, AI innovation, and powerful gaming. Available nationwide with exclusive offers from September to November 2025.

itel SUPER 26 Ultra: Durability, AI Power, and Ultra Performance Redefined

Discover the itel SUPER 26 Ultra, a smartphone built for durability, photography, AI innovation, and powerful gaming. Available nationwide with exclusive offers from September to…

By: Emeka Nwachukwu

Visa appoints Pinterest CEO Bill Ready to its Board of Directors. With decades of leadership in digital payments and commerce, Ready brings expertise from Google, PayPal, Venmo, and Braintree to guide Visa’s future growth.

Visa Strengthens Board with Appointment of Pinterest CEO Bill Ready

Visa appoints Pinterest CEO Bill Ready to its Board of Directors. With decades of leadership in digital payments and commerce, Ready brings expertise from Google,…

By: Ovie George

MTN Group marks 30 years of connecting Africa, surpassing 300 million customers and advancing its Ambition 2025 strategy to drive digital and financial inclusion across the continent.

MTN Group Backs Nigeria’s Push for African Language AI Datasets

MTN Group pledges support for Nigeria’s N-ATLAS project, an open-source AI model digitizing African languages to drive inclusion, innovation, and digital sovereignty across the continent….

By: Adamu Garba

Final Thoughts With the launch of the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and Galaxy Tab A11, Samsung is pushing the boundaries of what tablets can do. Whether it’s AI-powered productivity for professionals or affordable learning tools for students, Samsung’s 2025 Galaxy Tab lineup delivers smarter, faster, and more versatile experiences to Nigerian users.

Samsung Launches Ultra-Thin, AI-Powered Galaxy Tablets in Nigeria

Samsung launches the Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and Galaxy Tab A11 in Nigeria. Featuring AI-powered productivity, ultra-thin design, reimagined S Pen, and all-day performance, these…

By: Emeka Nwachukwu

Discover 8 premium smartphones made in China that rival Apple and Samsung in 2025. From foldables to 200MP cameras and lightning-fast charging, these devices are reshaping the flagship market.

8 Chinese Smartphones That Rival Apple and Samsung in 2025

Discover 8 premium smartphones made in China that rival Apple and Samsung in 2025. From foldables to 200MP cameras and lightning-fast charging, these devices are…

By: Emeka Nwachukwu

Strengthening South Africa’s Innovation Ecosystem This collaboration marks a major step in strengthening South Africa’s innovation landscape, positioning the country as a key player in global knowledge exchange and technological advancement. By bridging the gap between research and commercial opportunities, the Swiss–South Africa partnership promises to fuel entrepreneurship, job creation, and sustainable economic growth.

South Africa and Switzerland Seal Partnership to Drive Research and Innovation

South Africa and Switzerland have launched the Swiss–South Africa Research and Innovation Partnership Programme to boost technology-driven entrepreneurship, global collaboration, and commercialization of research….

By: Wura Obadare

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Apple releases iOS 26.1, improving battery life, performance, and security for iPhones. The update fixes bugs, enhances privacy, and adds new child safety features for users across Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and beyond.

Apple Rolls Out iOS 26.1 Update with Major Performance and Security Improvements

WhatsApp now supports passkeys for encrypted backups, offering a passwordless, more secure way to restore chats. The update uses Face ID, fingerprint, or PIN for seamless authentication across Android and iOS.

WhatsApp Finally Adds Passkey Support for Encrypted Backups

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